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William Blake's Disciplines And Death

William Blake's Disciplines And Death

Burdett, Osbert

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Biographies GeneralPoetry Criticism

ISBN10: 1425353029
ISBN13: 9781425353025
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
William Blake's Disciplines And Death is a book written by Osbert Burdett that focuses on the life and work of the famous English poet, artist, and visionary William Blake. The book explores the various disciplines that Blake employed in his creative process, including his use of symbolism, mythology, and mysticism. It also delves into the themes of death and mortality that are prevalent in Blake's poetry and artwork.Burdett provides a detailed analysis of Blake's major works, including The Marriage of Heaven and Hell, Songs of Innocence and of Experience, and The Book of Urizen. He examines the influence of Blake's religious and philosophical beliefs on his art and poetry, as well as the impact of his personal experiences and relationships on his work.Throughout the book, Burdett emphasizes the importance of understanding Blake's work in its historical and cultural context. He discusses the political and social issues of Blake's time, such as the French Revolution and the rise of industrialization, and how they influenced Blake's views and creative output.Overall, William Blake's Disciplines And Death is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important figures in English literature and art. It offers a valuable perspective on Blake's work and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of poetry, art, and culture.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: William Blake, by Osbert Burdett. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766127109.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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